The boom lift would have an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for the purpose of lifting people or materials. These equipment are usually used in utility applications as well as in the construction business. The boom lifts are classed in the "aerial equipment" category.
Telescopic or straight booms work to increase the height of operation since it extends in length. Articulating booms are also designed to raised, but would have an arm that can reach elevated locations or a work platform. Both articulating booms and telescopic booms could be mounted on vehicles or trailers or can be self-contained with their own drive trains. Some models utilize wheels, while other designs have stabilizing tracks or legs.
Telehandlers are telescopic booms that incorporate a full vehicle into their design structure. These boom lifts are very simple to maneuver around a construction site due to their design being outfitted with drive trains and wheels.
Analyzing certain product specifications and features is important in choosing the correct boom to suit your specific needs. For example, the load or lift capacity, the width horizontal reach and the working height are basic measurements to think about. The power system options and the various platform designs are other essential features to take into account.
Most boom lift platforms are made from steel. They normally consist of a swing gate for walk-in access or a mid-rail, sliding gate. Several boom lift styles offer tri-entry features that offer sliding mid-rail entrances on both ends of the platform and the front of the platform. Platform accessories comprise travel alarms, welder leads, additional railings and air lines. Work lights and tool trays are also available. In terms of power options, some units are available with 3-phase AC generator to enable welding operations. The generator may be belt-driven or hydraulic-driven, which depends on the unit.
Boom lift models differ greatly, when it comes to engine options, potential features and tire types. The boom lifts tires could be filled with either air or foam. There are units available which are outfitted with rubber tires too. The engine on a boom lift could use gasoline or diesel fuel. These machinery could be outfitted with a cold-weather package. This package normally comes with accessories including: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are many different available extra features and styles for boom lifts in order to ensure they are suitable for particular settings.